Winter can be tough on your feet, bringing not only frigid temperatures but also cold feet, dryness, and common foot problems like trench foot. Whether you’re dealing with snow in winter boots, cycling through cold conditions, or just trying to stay cozy indoors, keeping your feet warm and comfortable is essential. In this guide, we’ll cover how to keep feet warm in winter with top tips on using wool socks, foot warmers, thermal socks, and more ways to shield your feet from the chill. By choosing the proper footwear, like water-resistant winter boots, and adding extra warmth with thicker socks, you can maintain warm feet and enjoy winter without discomfort. Here are six tips for protecting your feet during the long winter months, featuring our durable and stylish men’s shoes and women’s shoes.

1. Pamper Your Feet

Constantly running the heat in your home, car, and office can cause dry air that zaps the moisture from your skin. Even if your feet will be covered in boots and closed-toe shoes for most of winter, treat them as though you’ll be showing them off in sandals. To prevent foot calluses and keep your feet silky smooth:

– Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! A great way to hydrate your skin is from the inside out by drinking a lot of water.

– Even though you (probably) won’t be wearing sandals very often in the winter, keep your nails neatly trimmed to help prevent infections, ingrown nails, and other issues.

– Use a foot scrub on a weekly basis to remove dead skin cells to keep your feet smooth.

– Moisturize your feet after your shower or bath, making sure to massage the lotion into the driest areas of your feet, such as your heels.

These foot care tips will help keep your feet in pristine condition no matter how much cold air or winter weather you face this season, ensuring they stay warm, dry, and comfortable all winter long.

2. Slip on Slippers

There are many reasons to buy supportive slippers (and it’s not just to keep feet warm or protect them from cold temperatures). If you’re one of the many Americans who experience heel pain or plantar fasciitis – especially upon your first step out of bed in the morning – your home’s hard flat floors could be to blame. Our feet were biomechanically designed to walk on soft, natural surfaces like soil and sand. Protect your feet from your home’s hard floors with a pair of orthotic slippers with arch support.

3. Choose the Right Boots

Snow, ice, sleeting rain – your feet will be exposed to all the elements this winter. That’s why having the right pairs of boots that can withstand cold temperatures in your closet is important. Look for winter boots with thick soles and proper insulation to trap body heat and keep feet warm, and choose water-resistant materials to keep moisture out, ensuring your feet stay dry and comfortable no matter the conditions. Don’t know how to waterproof shoes so you have proper footwear this rainy season? Choose a pair of weatherproof women’s shoes or water-resistant shoes for men to stay dry, comfortable, and stylish this season.

Traction: Prevent slipping on wet, icy surfaces. Look for a boot with a grooved rubber outsole to provide some traction.

Ankle Stability: If you’re prone to rolling an ankle, women’s ankle boots are a great way to provide some extra support while staying chic.

Water-Resistance: We’ve all been there: you excitedly wear a new pair of boots out for a night on the town. And then the rain or snow comes. You return home to find water spots on your brand new boots! Look for water resistant boots that have already been treated with a protective coating to help against inclement weather.

5. Air ‘Em Out

During the winter months, we tend to keep our feet wrapped up in snuggly socks and closed-in shoes and boots which can cause your feet to sweat more than usual, making them more prone to fungal and bacterial infections. Make sure to wash and dry your feet at the end of the day and let them air out. Bonus tip: Consider applying foot powder in the morning before slipping on your socks to keep sweating at bay.

6. Choose the Right Socks for Warmth

Keeping your feet warm in winter starts with choosing the right socks. Wool socks are a winter essential, providing natural insulation and moisture-wicking properties that keep feet dry and warm in cold conditions. For added warmth, layer thinner socks under thicker socks or try thermal socks designed specifically for extreme cold. These thicker sock options help to trap body heat, keeping toes cozy even in frigid temperatures. If you’re looking for extra protection, consider wearing sock liners to create a barrier that helps prevent blisters and cold feet during outdoor activities. Bonus tip: Opt for moisture-wicking materials to keep wet feet at bay, as dry feet retain warmth better and prevent common winter foot issues.

Step into Winter Comfort: Caring for Your Feet and Well-Being

Now that you know how to care for your feet this winter, you can step confidently into the season with comfort and support. From choosing the right winter boots and warm socks to using orthotics and Vionic’s Vio Motion Support technology, these steps will help keep your feet warm, dry, and pain-free through any cold conditions. Embrace the season fully, knowing your feet and overall well-being are well taken care of!